Roasted Pears Cinnamon Walnuts (Printable)

Tender roasted pears with aromatic cinnamon, crunchy walnuts, and creamy Greek yogurt for a simple, satisfying dish.

# What You Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 2 large ripe pears (Bosc or Anjou), halved and cored

→ Sweetener & Spices

02 - 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
03 - 1 tsp ground cinnamon
04 - 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

→ Nuts

05 - 1/3 cup walnut halves, roughly chopped

→ Dairy

06 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or low-fat)

→ Garnish (optional)

07 - Additional honey or maple syrup, for drizzling
08 - Fresh mint leaves

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking dish with parchment paper.
02 - Place pear halves cut side up in the prepared baking dish.
03 - Drizzle pears with honey or maple syrup, sprinkle with ground cinnamon, and add vanilla extract evenly over each half.
04 - Roast pears for 22 to 25 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
05 - Remove from oven and let pears cool slightly.
06 - Divide Greek yogurt among four plates or bowls, placing one roasted pear half on each.
07 - Sprinkle chopped walnuts over pears and drizzle additional honey or maple syrup if desired. Garnish with fresh mint leaves.
08 - Serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Healthy and light dessert option
  • Simple to prepare with minimal ingredients
02 -
  • Contains tree nuts and dairy—always check for allergies
  • Pears roast best when ripe but still firm
03 -
  • Swap walnuts with pecans or almonds for a twist
  • Make it vegan with coconut yogurt and maple syrup
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